Senior Business Analyst- General Services

Sarasota County Government • Greendale, WI

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About The Position

Start Here. Grow Here. Stay Here. Are you a strategic thinker who enjoys tackling complex challenges and improving operations? Join the General Services Department and help drive operational excellence. In this role, you’ll perform analytical work that requires initiative, independent judgment, and the ability to translate strategic priorities into effective operational practices. Key responsibilities include project planning and implementation, business and financial process analysis, operational improvement, and performance data management. If you’re self-directed, analytical, and motivated to make an impact, apply today! About This Position Conduct financial analysis and develop reporting to monitor billing, performance, and operational activity. Assist with budget preparation, coordination, and presentation while supporting ongoing budget management. Support procurement activities by helping evaluate needs and determine appropriate procurement methods. Assist in the preparation and execution of solicitations and procurement documentation. Evaluate, develop, standardize, and implement operational policies, procedures, and processes. Facilitate operational problem-solving and support resolution of business and workflow challenges. Identify improvement opportunities by gathering and evaluating ideas from leadership and staff. Support project planning and coordination for operational initiatives and strategic objectives. Perform performance and gap analyses to identify improvement opportunities for staff and vendor services. Conduct research, business analysis, and special studies; prepare reports and presentations for leadership, committees, and stakeholders. Work Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college in Public Administration, Business, Finance, Planning, or other job-related field AND three (3) years of professional job-related experience.
• A Master’s Degree from an accredited college in Public Administration, Business, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or other job-related field AND one (1) year of professional job-related experience.
• Seven (7) years of professional job-related experience in managing technical projects/programs and strategic planning can be substituted at management discretion for the required education.
• Progressively responsible related professional experience can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required degree.
• A valid Florida driver’s license at the time of hire
• Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in operational management, strategic planning, project/program management, performance management, and change management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial analysis and develop reporting to monitor billing, performance, and operational activity.
• Assist with budget preparation, coordination, and presentation while supporting ongoing budget management.
• Support procurement activities by helping evaluate needs and determine appropriate procurement methods.
• Assist in the preparation and execution of solicitations and procurement documentation.
• Evaluate, develop, standardize, and implement operational policies, procedures, and processes.
• Facilitate operational problem-solving and support resolution of business and workflow challenges.
• Identify improvement opportunities by gathering and evaluating ideas from leadership and staff.
• Support project planning and coordination for operational initiatives and strategic objectives.
• Perform performance and gap analyses to identify improvement opportunities for staff and vendor services.
• Conduct research, business analysis, and special studies; prepare reports and presentations for leadership, committees, and stakeholders.

Benefits

• Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more!
• Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!
• For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.
• Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.
• Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees